About “What Mad Universe”
What Mad Universe is a science fiction novel written by Fredric Brown in 1949. The book satirizes the conventions of American pulp science fiction from the 1940s. It uses typical elements of the genre to create an alternate universe that functions independently. The story incorporates common science fiction tropes but presents them in a way that comments on their clichés. Brown's work blends satire with a self-contained narrative. The novel remains a notable example of 1940s science fiction with a critical perspective on the genre. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)
Book details
- Published
- 1949
- Latest edition
- 1998 · ISBN 9780899683331
- ISBN
- 9780899683331
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| Cover | Edition | Year | ISBN | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | What Mad Universe? | 1998 | 9780899683331 | Buy on Amazon |
| | What Mad Universe | 1981 | — | Buy on Amazon |
 | What Mad Universe | 1954 | — | Buy on Amazon |
 | What Mad Universe | 1950 | — | Buy on Amazon |
 | What Mad Universe | 1949 | — | Buy on Amazon |
Frequently asked questions
How many pages is What Mad Universe?
What Mad Universe by Fredric Brown has 192 pages.
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